Serving 959 students in grades 6-8, Price Charter Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 959 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Price Charter Middle's attendance zone covers the entire district and encompasses approximately 4.2 square miles in San Jose, CA, with typical drive times of 5-10 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.4 miles, reaching up to 2.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Price Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Price Charter Middle School's student population of 959 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
959 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Price Charter Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Price Charter Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1576 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
22%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
32%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
31%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Price Charter Middle School's ranking?
Price Charter Middle School is ranked #1576 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Price Charter Middle School often compared to?
Price Charter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Price Charter Middle School?
959 students attend Price Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Price Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Price Charter Middle School?
Price Charter Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Price Charter Middle School offer ?
Price Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Price Charter Middle School part of?
Price Charter Middle School is part of Cambrian School District.
In what neighborhood is Price Charter Middle School located?
Price Charter Middle School is located in the Cambrian neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Cambrian.
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